Shree L. Washington, M.A., M.Ed.
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Pierside Preschool, excelling in developmentally appropriate practices and social-emotional learning. Skilled in observation assessment, I fostered strong parent partnerships and enhanced student growth. My collaborative approach and commitment to culturally responsive teaching have consistently driven positive outcomes in early childhood education.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transitional Kindergarten and 3-4's Lead Teacher
Pierside Preschool
Huntington Beach
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated students’ spiritual, physical/motor, cognitive, and social-emotional development through implementation of Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences and Abeka curriculum, fostering holistic growth.
- Monitored and documented each student’s academic and social-emotional progress through ongoing observation and portfolio assessments, guiding tailored support strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance communication and provide consistent support for each child’s growth and development, strengthening home-school connections.
Assistant Store Manager
Lakeshore Learning Materials
Fountain Valley
11.2011 - 08.2022
- Mentored sales team members in upselling and cross-selling strategies, resulting in increased revenue and improved customer experience.
- Delivered exceptional guest service and addressed customer concerns, cultivating 90% repeat business.
- Oversaw opening and closing procedures while recommending process improvements that streamlined daily operations.
Summer STEM Teacher
Imagine That! And Future Technology
Dunwoody
05.2013 - 06.2014
- Implemented classroom management strategies to cultivate a positive learning environment.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance instruction and student engagement.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments that strengthened understanding of scientific principles.
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
West Cobb Preparatory Academy
Marietta
08.2009 - 05.2014
- Designed personalized lessons based on diagnostic assessments for social-emotional and cognitive development.
- Communicated assessment outcomes to administration and parents to ensure transparency.
- Collaborated with staff to create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
Education
Masters in Arts - TESOL
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CAMasters in Education - Science in Education
Lesley University
Cambridge, MABachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Clark-Atlanta University
Atlanta, GeorgiaSkills
- Developmentally appropriate practices
- Play-based learning
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom management and routines
- Assessment documentation
- Community collaboration
Additional Experience
Early Childhood and Elementary Education Experience (2003-2008) are available upon request.
Community Service
Abiding Faith Ministries in Partnership with Long Beach Rescue Mission
Long Beach, CA
05/01/14 to Present
- Every 3rd Sunday, praise and worship with the congregation.
- Distribute free Bibles to the congregation.
- Donate clothing, monetary funds, and hygiene bags to men, women, and children.
Certification
California Commission on Teaching Credentialing Child Development Master Teacher Permit-11/2025
Timeline
Transitional Kindergarten and 3-4's Lead Teacher
Pierside Preschool
08.2022 - Current
Summer STEM Teacher
Imagine That! And Future Technology
05.2013 - 06.2014
Assistant Store Manager
Lakeshore Learning Materials
11.2011 - 08.2022
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
West Cobb Preparatory Academy
08.2009 - 05.2014
Masters in Arts - TESOL
Azusa Pacific University
Masters in Education - Science in Education
Lesley University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Clark-Atlanta University